Budget 2026: Five New Universities, Girls' Hostels in Every District Announced

• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget 2026 on Sunday, February 1.
• Key education announcements include five new universities and girls' hostels in every district.
• A high-powered committee on 'Education to Employment and Enterprise' will be formed to boost the service sector.
• AVGC 'Content Creator Labs' will be established in 15,000 secondary schools and 500 colleges.
• TCS rates for overseas tour packages and LRS for education/medical purposes have been reduced.

Why It Matters: Budget 2026 focuses on boosting education infrastructure and skill development with new universities and hostels.